2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 161 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Neon (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
| Model | Neon | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
